Ko Fung Martial Art

I have trained with sifu Derek for quite some time now. I would definitely recommend him. I love the way he explains concepts and also works with your pace. He doesn't make you feel like a beginner but makes you good about yourself. I always feel like a great workout after each class. He is as awesome teacher.

I've trained with Sifu Derek for almost two years. He is my first kung fu Sifu (Master) and he's the most important Sifu in my life. Before I train with Derek, I did some research on wing chun, and knew there are many other places teach wing chun. It was hard to decide which one is the best. One day, my friend told me he knew a guy who is teaching wing chun, and introduce Sifu Derek to me. To be honest, the first time I met Derek I was a little disappointed. He is like the same age as me, and looks like a normal gym guy. But after the first class, he totally changed my understanding of kung fu. From that day forward, he is not only teaching me wing chun forms, but also sparring with me. He always taught me that forms are totally different from a real fight. In real fight, I have no time to think about techniques, it’s all about conditioned response. That’s what he teaching me: let the techniques become natural, from form to formless.

As an experienced martial artist, I can honestly say that working with Sifu Derek has been an awesome experience, and very eye-opening as well. His knowledge, skill and passion for Wing Chun and all martial arts is evident and is clearly represented with his teachings. What I really love is that he is not only teaching you the art but is also tying in a physics aspect to create the most effective martial arts experience. If you are wanting to learn authentic Wing Chun as well as a great workout, I highly recommend Sifu Derek at Ko Fung

Working out with Derek has been amazing! The passion he has for martial arts and wing chun is infectious. Highly recommended!

I have been training with Sifu Derek for over a year now. He is very knowledgeable and patient. He teaches martial arts in plain language, he helps you understand the biomechanics of the movements. He is also a personal trainer so you get the added benefit of fitness training. I enjoy every session.

Derek Chan has been my Martial Art Sifu, Personal Trainer and Transformational Coach for the past 4 years now.I am extremely grateful for his passion, dedication, time, and energy that he has gifted me with. I believe in quality and not quantity. You get what you pay for as Derek 's worth is priceless.I've worked with many life coaches and trainers in the past and have not found someone who truly cares and dedicates themselves enough to truly understand where you are coming from.Yes I work with Derek in all these lifestyle methods for a reason as they compliment eachother very well.He comes from a background of martial art, military training, psychology and coaching.I value how he combines all these methods with his knowledge, expertise, experience, and professional educational background as he teaches us how to grow and maintain a balance life.Derek explains and helps us understand that his teachings and coaching is a way of life.Martial Art is a lifestyle not just a way of fighting sparring or disciplining. It is an Art" of knowing.Wing Chun is one of the Systems he uses to teach us how to accept what life has to throw us.There's emotional and chaotic order. What to do

I've been training with Sifu Derek for about 1.5 years now. The most interesting thing about his style of Wing Chun is that everything is calculated. He explains concepts with science and shows how the things he teaches are effective. His martial arts course is also a great way to do some fitness and exercise, especially for those who are very busy in their lives. I highly recommend Sifu Derek to anyone as he can help you achieve any of your goals!

Although I’m fairly new with Sifu Derek, right off the bat I understood the concepts he was teaching. 2 things that caught my eye with Derek is the first being he lives by what he preaches. Secondly, he simplifies complicated concepts and makes one understand through science and mechanics. This type of teaching I have not seen before. Most masters of any art I have went to have given me a sequence and told me “practice. Practice makes perfect“ although I do not disagree with this, without understanding how is one supposed to practice. Sifu Derek on the other hand builds your knowledge from the ground up and emphasizes the importance of foundation. He uses examples that one can relate to in modern times and gets his points across. All in all if you want a place where you feel respected and are given the attention one needs to prosper, this is the place to be!

Really good quality lessons at Ko Fung Martial Arts. Sifu Derek is also a very knowledgeable personal trainer. He gave me some personalized stretching exercises to help with my various aches and pains. Ko Fung Martial Arts is a good way to motivate me to get some exercise, learn some Chinese and learn about Chinese culture! Follow Sifu Derek on IG @derekgchan for interesting posts/ mini lessons.

I have been studying Wing Chun under Derek Sifu for about a year and it has been such a life changing experience.Sifu has taught me that the martial arts is a way of life. Through Derek Sifu's teachings, I have learned to apply the principles of wing chun in my everyday life and create a lifestyle that makes me happy and healthy.